Two Synth Pioneers, Vince Clarke + Jean-Michel Jarre, Collaborate On New Track
Jean-Michel Jarre has released a sneak preview of his collaboration with fellow synth pioneer Vince Clarke, Automatic.
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Electro-Harmonix Intros 22500 Dual Stereo Looper
At the 2015 NAMM Show, Electro-Harmonix debuted the 22500 Dual Stereo Looper. The 22500 records high quality, non-compressed audio direct to a removable SDHC card (4 to 32 GB). Each card holds up to 100 individual loops. Includes an 8 GB card for up to 13 hours of total recording time.
Oval Controller Meets Modular Eurorack + Ableton Live
The demos we seen previously for the new Oval MIDI controller have focused on using it as an electronic hand pan. In the video below, PauK explores using the Oval controller in a more experimental context, using it with a Eurorack system & Ableton Live:
Cruise to the Edge ‘Prog Cruise’ Plans Events To Benefit Bob Moog Foundation
Cruise to the Edge, a progressive rock cruise, which sails from November 15-19, 2015, will feature a massive line up of classic and modern prog bands. The cruise will also feature two events to benefit the non-profit Bob Moog Foundation. The five-night cruise will feature multiple stages of progressive rock music, from Yes, Marillion, Allan Holdsworth… Read More Cruise to the Edge ‘Prog Cruise’ Plans Events To Benefit Bob Moog Foundation
The Sound of Pixar’s ‘Inside Out’
The latest episode of the SoundWorks Collection – a series of short videos that explores music, sound recording and sound design for cinema – takes a look at the new Pixar film, Inside Out.
Tangerine Dream Thief Soundtrack Getting Vinyl Reissue
The iconic Tangerine Dream soundtrack for Thief, Michael Mann’s directorial debut in 1981, is getting reissued on vinyl through Audio Fidelity.
The Chemical Brothers Studio Will Make You Drool
The Chemical Brothers, Ed Simons and Tom Rowlands in the photo above, have a new album on the way, Born in the Echoes. They are featured in a new interview at The Guardian, in which they share their thoughts on 20+ years of partnership, the new album and what it’s like to work in their… Read More The Chemical Brothers Studio Will Make You Drool
New AFX – Richard D James’ Orphaned Deejay Selek 2006-2008
Warp has announced a new release from Richard D James – AFX Orphaned Deejay Selek 2006-2008. The EP will be Richard D James’ first AFX release since the Analord series on Rephlex (2003-2005). Available on 12”, CD (both in die-cut and spot glossed sleeves), digital and streaming. You can preview the new EP at Soundcloud… Read More New AFX – Richard D James’ Orphaned Deejay Selek 2006-2008
Chris Squire Of Yes Has Died
Chris Squire, right, co-founder of the progressive rock band Yes, has died at the age of 67. Christopher Russell Edward Squire (March 4, 1948-June 28, 2015) was a musician, songwriter and singer, best known as the bass guitarist and backing vocalist for Yes. Squire had announced his hiatus from the band earlier in the year, after being diagnosed… Read More Chris Squire Of Yes Has Died
3D Printing Microtonal Instruments
Researchers at Australia’s University Of Wollongong are exploring using 3D modeling and 3D printing to make it possible to ‘print’ microtonal instruments on demand. Here’s a video overview:
